Serina Kornegay is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab & Co. Inc. and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Before entering the financial industry, she held various jobs in education and hospitality. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through a program that combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and incorporates an ESG eligibility framework.

Luis Testas is a First Vice President and International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1997, initially working at JPMorgan and its predecessors before joining Merrill Lynch in 2006. Luis offers financial services tailored to high net worth individuals, families, and business owners, focusing on areas such as portfolio management, retirement and education planning, securities-based lending, wealth transfer, legacy planning, and charitable giving. Luis holds a Bachelor's degree from Trinity University and professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a member of the Investments & Wealth Institute® (The Institute) and the College for Financial Planning. His approach centers around identifying client goals and delivering appropriate solutions to help achieve them, emphasizing attentive and tailored service. Outside of his professional work, Luis enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis, listening to music, playing acoustic guitar, golfing, ice hockey, skiing, and traveling.

Matthew Kalinowski is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Swbc Investment Services, LLC, and has experience in the insurance sector and government service. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework.

Riley Rodman is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has been associated with various Fidelity entities since 2015. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, as well as registered investment companies, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction in its investment process. The firm also serves as a commodity pool operator and advises multiple registered investment companies, incorporating AI and established governance procedures in its operations.

Ceceil Collins Pearcy is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities in San Antonio, TX, holding the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having six years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2019, Pearcy worked at Ameriprise Financial Services. Outside of advising, Pearcy is a co-owner of Legacy Pine Investments LLC. J.P. Morgan Securities provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. The firm combines large institutional advisory operations with affiliated brokerage and investment management capabilities.

Luke Peretti is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Fidelity Investments in San Antonio, TX. He has experience working at several firms, including Prolific and Hilltop Securities, and has held roles outside finance, such as with Aggieland Executive Transportation and Texas A&M University. He occasionally conducts research studies outside his primary advisory duties. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a process that integrates proprietary fundamental research with quantitative analysis and algorithmic portfolio construction. The firm also serves multiple registered investment companies and delivers model portfolios using systematic methodologies across various investment vehicles.

Erick Loyola is a financial advisor at Charles Schwab with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Charles Schwab Bank, Victory Capital Management, USAA Investment Management, and Edward Jones. Loyola is also involved in managing several rental properties in New Braunfels, Texas. Charles Schwab serves a large client base, primarily high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios supported by extensive research and centralized operational infrastructure.

Jeremy King is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with nine years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley from 2016 to 2025 before joining JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities in 2025. He holds a Series 66 designation. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations, delivering services on a non-discretionary basis through a select group of Wealth Advisors.

Jason Porter is a Series 66-credentialed advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2010. Outside of his advisory role, he holds a power of attorney fiduciary position related to client IRAs in San Antonio, Texas. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers, along with comprehensive trading, account administration, and custody support.

Vijayakumari Kumarasamy is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association since 2015 and has been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since 2009. Prior to that, she worked at Citigroup Global Markets starting in 1998. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and a broad range of advisory programs, utilizing structured planning tools and market models, and manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Steven Muldowney is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entity since 2014. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed by DGW Worldwide, LLC, where he manages an advisory business. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written recommendation reports on income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver personalized, algorithm-assisted advice through a centralized consulting team.

Walter Tramontin is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley since 2009, including 11 years at Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in event planning through Corporate Sports, etc LLC. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to both individual and institutional clients, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. Its financial planning process uses structured discovery conversations and firm-approved tools but does not include individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Ned Cox IV is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at HEB Co. for four years before joining Edward Jones in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, Ned is the owner of IV Legacies LLC, where he plays music regularly and manages band scheduling for Northrock Church in Schertz, TX. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and pension plans. The firm manages over $1 trillion in assets and offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, supported by a nationwide network of more than 23,000 financial advisors.

Manuella Shomba is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC with one year of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and an ESG eligibility framework in its investment approach.

Brian Callahan is a financial advisor with RBC Capital Markets in San Antonio, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. He has worked with RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the boards of Landa Gardens, a local charity dedicated to garden development, and Planned Parenthood of San Antonio, where he provides financial recommendations related to endowment and general funds. RBC Wealth Management serves a broad client base including individual investors, institutions, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory programs with tailored strategies based on clients’ risk profiles, utilizing both in-house and third-party investment managers and a range of portfolio management and financial planning services.

Carlos Benavides Jr. is a financial advisor at LPL Financial in San Antonio, TX, with 16 years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. He has worked at IBC Bank and LPL Financial since 2015. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement consulting services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management with access to model portfolios and research.

Kay Flores is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and six years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2023, Flores worked with The Insurance Solutions Experts, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC, and Fernando Suarez. Flores also serves as a notary in San Antonio. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, financial institutions, and charitable organizations through a national network. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management supported by research and model portfolios.

Craig Cross is a financial advisor with Mass Mutual Investors Services in San Antonio, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 23 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at MML Investors Services, MassMutual Life Insurance Company, Citigroup, and Frost Brokerage Services. Mass Mutual Investors Services, LLC is a broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, business owners, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employers. The firm offers financial planning, asset management, and educational seminars, using firm-approved tools to analyze client goals and provide written recommendations.

Matthew Kim is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66, Series 63, and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in 2025, he worked at USAA and Chase Wealth Management. Outside of finance, he performs as a bassist and vocalist in an 80’s New Wave cover band. J.P. Morgan Securities provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors, focusing on asset allocation, investment manager selection, and customized reporting through a non-discretionary service model. The firm combines quantitative modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG framework when recommending investment strategies.

Georgia Malmsten is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in New Braunfels, Texas, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. She has been with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory strategies and affiliated investment products through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors.